We are seeking an experienced and well-versed Project Executive to join our team and play a crucial role in developing, maintaining, and managing all aspects of the performance and profitability of the specified projects divisionwhile ensuringcohesion with other departments through coordination and internal collaboration. Estimated Start Date: October 16th, 2024 About Us In 1999, armed with an Electrical Engineering degree, 14 years of business experience with Hoechst Celanse and a restless entrepreneurial spirit, Francisco Alvarado decided to embark on a new venture and Marand Builders, Inc was established. Since the conception of Marand, our goal has been to understand the individual needs of our customers and provide them with a customized solution. We have built our reputation on reliability, attentiveness, and quality of execution. We succeed when we have provided our clients with the best construction experience. We started in Charlotte, NC, but rapidly expanded to cover the Carolinas, Mid-Atlantic and Southeast US regions. We have 7 regional offices in Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Our team of highly talented professionals has allowed us to become a preferred vendor with many of our clients, exceeding 95% repeat business. Marand specializes in serving the healthcare, financial services, commercial / administrative and light-industrial industries. Our ideal candidate will have:
- A bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering
- At least 10 years of commercial construction experience with a general contractor in a project management or construction operations role
- The proven ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients and primary contacts to drive projects for their division
- Experience collaborating with project team and leadership to ensure that the team delivers the best construction experience
- Participate in networking opportunities and relevant organizations while actively engaging other affiliations and potential clients
- Experience in quoting and negotiating contract changes with the client
Requirements - Leadership: individual needs to have the ability to supervise and lead the team.
- Organization: individual should be able to schedule and supervise multi-tasking work of a multi-member team.
- Experience: individual should have required and proven knowledge in commercial building and construction and related sectors.
- Problem-Solving: individual should have and demonstrate good problem-solving skills.
- Communication: individual should possess and demonstrate excellent communication skills not only with team members, but also with the Project Management and the Customer.
- Computer Skills: individual needs to be computer literate and should have basic computer knowledge and experience in the use of Microsoft Office and Outlook software.
- Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to make timely decisions in difficult situations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Procore
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work under minimal supervision.
- Ability to adapt to changing demands and priorities.
- Ability to identify and resolve potential problems proactively.
- Ability to travel as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Technology, Engineering or Architecture and 7 years' experience in construction operations and/or construction management. 8 years continuous experience in construction operations and/or construction management in lieu of degree.
Responsibilities - Interface with the client as his/her primary contact, by receiving and communicating initial project information. Responsible for inquiring about upcoming special projects and program work.
- Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the provisions and requirements of all contract documents.
- Assist in the development of the project schedule and direct its long-term planning and execution.
- Recognize on-site activities which might impede project progress or jeopardize compliance to project/contract requirements. Prepare and submit related informational documents to the client or other responsible parties and implement corrective measures.
- Oversee the project budget for each work activity. Report monthly on the progress and current profitability of the division.
- Prepare, quote, and negotiate contract changes with client, with Regional Director's guidance.
- Maintain open communication with all other support and business units.
- Promote goodwill with clients, architects, engineers, etc. to facilitate construction activities and future repeat business.
- Supervise the project activities of the Project Managers and staff.
- Participate in bidding, pre-construction services, budgeting, and continuous improvement programs.
- Support the organization and execution of the project safety compliance program within the guidelines of company policies.
- Responsible for managing special projects as required.
Physical Demands: - The individual typically works in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties.
- The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. Generally, the job requires 70% sitting, 15% walking, and 15% standing.
- Frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle, or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to 20 pounds.
- Please note that climbing stairs is a physical requirement. Some offices contain an elevator, but one must be able to use stairs for fire drills and emergencies
Work Environment The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office. Individuals may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the workday. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.